Quick question...to get a Non-O volunteer visa, one can either get that prior to their initial entry into Thailand, OR, they can come in on a tourist visa and then convert to the Non-O volunteer in-country, that right, or no?
TLDR : Answer Summary
You can either apply for a Non-O volunteer visa before entering Thailand or enter on a tourist visa and convert it to a Non-O volunteer visa in-country. However, securing a Non-O volunteer visa has become increasingly difficult due to stricter regulations and abuse in the past.
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